Creating
remakes of popular movies is a risky business. Characters become
iconic due to their unique features, style, intricate plotlines, and
of course appearance. There’s no denying the fact that we also fall
for some characters just because they look cute. This is why so much
controversy surrounds new characters of Lara Croft, Catwoman, and the
Enchanted trio. Some fans could go along with the new actresses, but
others simply couldn’t put up with the transformations their
favorite heroines went through. Here’s what popular female
characters look like in remakes.
Sabrina,
the Teenage Witch
The
original 90s show was really sweet, telling the story of a teenage
witch, her talkative cat, and all kinds of funny situations they got
into. The remake, on the other hand, offers the viewer a darker side
of magic, rituals, great power, and the responsibility that comes
with it. All in all the viewers are quite satisfied with the remake.
Lara
Croft
2018
was the year when a remake of Tomb Rider graced the silver screens,
revealing the new face of Lara Croft. Needless to say, the movie
sparked heated discussions as to whether Alicia Vikander is a worthy
replacement of gorgeous Angelina Jolie in the role. Most fans were
sure the movie wasn’t successful, and what can I say, the original
Lara Croft just looks more stunning.
Carrie
Bradshaw
Sex
and the City,
featuring lovely Sarah Jessica Parker, was a real hit when it came
out. Carrie Bradshaw was rocking various looks, combining trendy
outfits with relationship adventures and cool life tips. The
Carrie Diaries,
a prequel to the series, was released 9 years after the original,
featuring Anna Sophia Robb as the younger version of Carrie. Fans
thought she didn’t quite pull off the persona of a New York
fashionista, despite all the efforts of showrunners to make her look
like the hip older Carrie.
Charlie’s
Angels
The
classic Charlie’s
Angels
movie we all know and love so much is actually a remake of a 1976
movie with a totally different set of characters compared to the one
that was introduced 24 years later. Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and
Lucy Liu were an unforgettable trio! 19 years later (which is now)
yet another remake is taking place featuring Kristen Stewart, Ella
Balinska, and Naomi Scott.
Charmed
Year
1998 was the year when we all got addicted to the Charmed
TV show. It had everything : magic, mystery, drama, supernatural
creatures, and three sisters having fun in-between all this. It was a
real masterpiece, that’s why creating a remake might not have been
the best idea. The new cast was just bland compared to the original
one and the old fan base wasn’t happy at all.
Sarah
Connor
Emilia
Clarke might have made a perfect Queen of Dragons, but her depiction
of Terminator’s
Sarah Connor leaves much to be desired. Fans criticized the
character’s decision-making and didn’t like Emilia Clarke’s
acting at all. Whereas the original Sarah Connor was tough and her
character developed in a believable way.
Dirty
Dancing
Dirty
Dancing
was released in 1987 but it has captured the hearts of viewers and
critics alike for decades to come. The simple romantic story about a
naïve rich girl and a passionate dancer was brought to life by
amazing acting of Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swazey. Those two had
amazing chemistry! Something that can’t be said about the couple in
the Dirty
Dancing
remake.
Catwoman
Michelle
Pfeiffer’s Catwoman
was a big hit back in 1992. She was gorgeous, sensual, dark, and evil
in the most delicious way. Critics put her on the list of greatest
villains ever, naming Michelle Pfeiffer a perfect cast for the role.
10 years later Anne Hathaway stepped into Catwoman’s shoes, rocking
an outfit created by none other than Giorgio Armani himself. Was she
a better Catwoman? She was different, that’s for sure.
Jean
Grey
X-Men’s Jean Grey has never been a central character in the franchise, that’s why Famke Janssen’s acting deserves so much praise – she made the character believable, recognizable, and full of life. Sophie Turner was in the center of the new movie, which made it easier to make the character shine. Still, she was gorgeous in this role, too!
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